Hillsborough County, FL – Deputies with the Hillsborough County Sheriff’s Office arrested an armed suspect during a coordinated felony traffic stop near Interstate 4 and North Alexander Street on Thursday.
According to the Hillsborough County Sheriff’s Office, 18-year-old Maico Carbajal had an active warrant for possession of an operable machine gun and minor in possession of a firearm. Officials said the Sheriff’s Aviation Section provided air support during the incident, helping ground units track and safely apprehend the suspect without incident.
Deputies said they recovered a firearm and a Glock 19 upper from Carbajal’s vehicle during the stop. He was taken into custody and now faces multiple charges, including carrying a concealed firearm and driving with a canceled, suspended, or revoked license.
Authorities have not reported any injuries in connection with the arrest. Carbajal was transported to a local detention facility for booking, and the investigation remains ongoing.
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